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Limerick Township is a township in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, United States.

The township was named for the hometown of early settler William Evans, whose family arrived in the area from Limerick, Ireland in 1698. The township is mentioned in Philadelphia court records in the 1710s, but formal proceedings recording the township's boundaries were not entered until March Sessions 1726. Royersford was created from its southeastern corner in 1879. Limerick Township is a member of the Spring-Ford Area School District. The township grew from a 1990 population of 6,600 to 18,074 as of the 2010 census. On July 27, 1994, a deadly tornado struck parts of Limerick Township, killing an infant and her parents. The most severely affected area was the Hamlet housing development.

The William and Mordecai Evans House and Isaac Hunsberger House are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 22.8 square miles (59.0 km²), of which 22.6 square miles (58.5 km²) is land and 0.2 square mile (0.5 km²) (0.92%) is water. The Limerick Nuclear Power Plant is located within its borders, along with Heritage Field Airport. The township is drained by the Schuylkill River, which separates it from Chester County. Its villages include Barlow Heights, Limerick, Linfield, and Neiffer.

Limerick Township is 34 miles (55 km) northwest of Center City, Philadelphia. The climate is hot-summer humid continental and average monthly temperatures in the village of Limerick range from 30.3 °F in January to 74.8 °F in July.  The hardiness zones are 6b and 7a.

Limerick Township places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. Rascals Fitness and Planet Fitness provide a comprehensive fitness experience with state-of-the-art equipment and personal training. Yoga enthusiasts can find peace and flexibility at the Yoga Garden Philly. For those looking to stay active, Orangetheory Fitness provides heart-pumping workout sessions. For relaxation and rejuvenation, the Limerick Chiropractic Center offers chiropractic care and massage therapy. For family-friendly activities, Urban Air Adventure Park offers trampoline and adventure park fun. Phoenixville YMCA provides a wide range of fitness and wellness programs for all ages.

Top sites in Limerick, PA include Turtle Creek Golf Course, Limerick Township Historical Society, and Waltz Golf Farm.

Population: 20,651 (2016). Area: 22.71 sq mi (58.82 km²). Elevation: 190 feet (58 m). ZIP Code: 19468. Area code: 610, 484.

FAQs

How did Limerick, PA get its name?

The Limerick, Royersford, Spring City area—often referred to as “Spring-Ford” by locals—is home to both nuclear power and, occasionally, star power in the form of Hollywood movie shoots. Limerick takes its name from Limerick, Ireland, from whence settler William Evans brought his family in 1698. Previously known as Manatawney, its boundaries included Royersford until the latter community broke away and was incorporated separately in 1879.

What county is Limerick, PA?

Limerick Township is a township in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, United States. According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 22.8 square miles (59.0 km²), of which 22.6 square miles (58.5 km²) is land and 0.2 square mile (0.5 km²) (0.92%) is water. The Limerick Nuclear Power Plant is located within its borders, along with Heritage Field Airport. The township is drained by the Schuylkill River, which separates it from Chester County. Its villages include Barlow Heights, Limerick, Linfield, and Neiffer.

Is Limerick, PA a good place to live?

Limerick Township is in Montgomery County and is one of the best places to live in Pennsylvania. Living in Limerick Township offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Limerick Township there are a lot of coffee shops and parks. Many families and young professionals live in Limerick Township and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Limerick Township are highly rated.

Sources

Township of Limerick

Wikipedia

Patch

Niche

Turtle Creek Golf Course

Waltz Golf Farm

Limerick Township Historical Society

Rascals Fitness

Planet Fitness

Yoga Garden Philly

Orangetheory Fitness

Limerick Chiropractic Center

Urban Air Adventure Park

Phoenixville YMCA

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